Symbol Explanation; Safety Instructions - Buffalo B52BCQ User Manual

GASOLINE BRUSH CUTTER / B52BCQ

1. SYMBOL EXPLANATION

WARNING! Clearing saws,
Brush cutters and trimmers can be
dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can
result in serious or fatal injury to the operator
or others.
Read through the Operator's Manual
carefully and understand the content before
using the machine.
Always use
• A protective helmet where there is a risk of
falling objects.
• Ear protection
• Approved eye protection.
The operator of the machine shall ensure,
while working, that no persons or animals
come closer than 15 metres.
Keep exhaust area clear of ammable debris.
Do not run the engine indoors or where there
is poor ventilation. Engine fumes contain
deadly poisonous carbon monoxide.
Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the machine or while using the machine.
Always wear approved protective gloves.
Use anti-slip and stable boots.
Fuel and oil mixture.
Keep body away from hot parts Of the
engine. Avoid contact during and
immediately after operation.
Keep body away from blade or trimmer head.
Engine stop position.
Engine run position.

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Personal protective equipment
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
A brush cutter, brush cutter or trimmer used
incorrectly or carelessly can become a dangerous
tool, that can cause serious or fatal injury to the
operator or others. It is extremely important that you
read and understand the content of this manual.
When using a brush cutter, brush cutter or trimmer,
personal protective equipment approved by the
appropriate authorities must be used. Personal
protective equipment does not eliminate the risk of
accidents, however, it can reduce the effects of an
injury in the event of an accident. Ask your dealer for
help when choosing protective equipment.
WARNING! Remove your hearing protection as soon
as you stop the engine, so that you can hear any
noises or warning signals.
EAR PROTECTION
Ear protection offering suf cient
dampening effect should be used.
EYE PROTECTION
Blows from branches or objects
thrown by the rotating cutting
equipment can damage the eyes.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when
necessary, e.g., when assembling
cutting equipment.
BOOTS
Use anti-slip and stable boots.
CLOTHING
Wear clothes made of a strong
fabric and avoid loose clothing that
can catch on shrubs and branche
Always wear heavy-duty long pants.
Do not wear jewellery, shorts,
sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair
so it is above shoulder level.
FIRST AID KIT
A rst aid kit should be carried by
operators of brush cutters, or
trimmers.
The machine's safety equipment
This section describes the machine's safety
equipment, its function and how checks and
maintenance are carried out to ensure that it operates
correctly. (See the chapter "What is what"to locate
where this equipment is positioned on your machine.)
WARNING! Never use a machine with defective safety
equipment. Follow the control, maintenance and
service instructions described in this section.
1. Throttle trigger lock
The throttle trigger lock is designed
to prevent the throttle from
accidentally being engaged. When
the trigger lock ( is pressed into the
handle (= when you hold the handle)
the throttle (B) is released. When the
grip on the handle is released the
throttle and the throttle trigger lock
return to their original positions.
This takes place via two
independent return spring systems.
This means that the throttle is
automatically locked in its "idling"
position.
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